Greedfall

The Intel Core i7-12700K and Intel Arc B580 combination delivers a playable experience in Greedfall, but the margin of comfort depends heavily on resolution and quality settings. The CPU sits in the 84th percentile among all processors, while the GPU ranks in the 68th percentile for all graphics cards. At 1080p, this system is firmly in smooth territory across every preset, with 1440p remaining playable at High settings. At 4K, the hardware is pushed to its limits, where only the Low preset clears the 60 FPS threshold. The data suggests a system that is well-balanced for mainstream gaming, but one that requires careful settings management at higher resolutions.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Benchmark data places the Core i7-12700K in close company with several other processors. Its average benchmark score is 35287, and its nearest rivals are all within a fraction of a percent. The Intel Core i5-13600T scores 35305, which is only 0.1% higher. The Intel Core i7-12700KF scores 35365, a 0.2% difference, while the Intel Core i7-13700T scores 35403, also 0.3% higher. The Intel Core 5 213PE completes the group with a score of 35428, 0.4% above the 12700K. In practical terms, swapping between these CPUs would yield nearly identical frame rates in Greedfall, as the performance delta is negligible.

On the GPU side, the Intel Arc B580 has an average benchmark score of 23021. Its nearest rivals show a mixed bag of comparisons. The AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP scores 23061, just 0.2% higher. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 scores 22895, which is 0.6% lower than the Arc B580. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 scores 23172, a 0.7% advantage, and the NVIDIA P106-100 scores 23249, 1% higher. These figures indicate that the Arc B580 performs in a similar band to hardware from different generations and market tiers. For Greedfall specifically, the measured FPS suggests that the Arc B580 is the primary driver of performance at higher resolutions, while the CPU provides ample headroom at lower settings.

CPU and GPU Roles

The balance of work between the Core i7-12700K and the Arc B580 shifts as resolution and preset change. At 1080p, the CPU has significant influence. The jump from Low to Medium settings yields a drop from 148 FPS to 115.2 FPS, and High settings deliver 105.2 FPS. These are large absolute differences, indicating that the GPU is not yet the sole bottleneck. The CPU’s strong multi-threaded performance, evidenced by a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 19784, ensures that it can feed frames quickly at lower resolutions.

Moving to 1440p, the GPU begins to take a more dominant role. The Low preset produces 99.7 FPS, while Medium drops to 80 FPS and High to 71.3 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p at High settings shows a reduction from 105.2 to 71.3 FPS, a 32% decline. This is a substantial drop that points to the GPU’s rendering load becoming the limiting factor. The Ultra preset at 1440p falls to 46.7 FPS, a steep penalty for the highest quality settings.

At 4K, the GPU is clearly the bottleneck. The High preset delivers 45.7 FPS, and Medium is nearly identical at 45.9 FPS. The Low preset jumps to 61.2 FPS, but Ultra plummets to 26.5 FPS. The difference between Low and Ultra at 4K is a 57% performance swing, which underscores how sensitive the Arc B580 is to the increased pixel count and shader complexity. The CPU’s role diminishes at this resolution, as the GPU’s 13.67 TFLOPS of FP32 compute and 456.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth are stretched thin.

Best Settings per Resolution

For a consistent 60 FPS experience, the most demanding preset that maintains the threshold varies by resolution. At 3840x2160, the only playable setting is Low, which produces an average of 61.2 FPS. Medium and High both fall short at 45.9 and 45.7 FPS, respectively, so they are not viable options for smooth gameplay. Ultra is far below the threshold at 26.5 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the High preset is the best choice, delivering 71.3 FPS. This provides a comfortable margin above the 60 FPS target. Medium runs at 80 FPS, which is also playable but offers lower visual quality. Low is the fastest at 99.7 FPS but sacrifices too much fidelity. Ultra at 46.7 FPS misses the mark.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset is playable at 67.9 FPS. This is the highest quality setting available, and it clears the 60 FPS line. High runs at 105.2 FPS, Medium at 115.2 FPS, and Low at 148 FPS, all of which are far above the threshold. The data indicates that 1080p Ultra is the sweet spot for this hardware, offering the best visual experience without dropping below the playable frame rate.

The Verdict

This PC can run Greedfall, but the experience is heavily dependent on resolution and settings. The verdict by resolution shows clear boundaries. At 3840x2160, only the Low preset is playable, with an average of 61.2 FPS. This is a marginal pass, and any dip in performance could push it below the threshold. The Ultra preset at 4K is not viable at 26.5 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the system performs well. High settings deliver 71.3 FPS, providing a solid experience. Medium at 80 FPS is also a strong option, and Low at 99.7 FPS is very smooth. Ultra at 46.7 FPS is the only setting that fails to maintain 60 FPS.

At 1920x1080, the system excels. Ultra settings produce 67.9 FPS, which clears the threshold. All other presets are significantly higher, with Low reaching 148 FPS. For most users, 1080p Ultra or 1440p High will offer the best combination of visual quality and performance. The system is capable, but 4K gaming requires significant compromises.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured FPS data provides a detailed look at performance across all resolutions and settings. At 3840x2160, the Low preset averages 61.2 FPS. Medium drops to 45.9 FPS, and High is nearly identical at 45.7 FPS. Ultra is the worst performer at 26.5 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra is substantial, showing the GPU’s limits at this resolution.

At 2560x1440, the Low preset averages 99.7 FPS. Medium runs at 80 FPS, and High at 71.3 FPS. Ultra falls to 46.7 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra is a 53% reduction in frame rate. The step from High to Ultra is particularly steep, at 34%, which suggests that Ultra settings impose a heavy load on the GPU.

At 1920x1080, the Low preset delivers 148 FPS. Medium runs at 115.2 FPS, and High at 105.2 FPS. Ultra is the slowest at 67.9 FPS. Even the lowest frame rate at 1080p is above the 60 FPS threshold, making this resolution the most flexible for the hardware. The data shows a consistent pattern: performance scales predictably with settings, and the GPU is the primary constraint at higher resolutions.

FAQ

*Q: Can this system run Greedfall at 4K with High settings?*

A: No. The measured average FPS at 3840x2160 with High settings is 45.7 FPS, which falls below the 60 FPS playable threshold. Only the Low preset at 4K reaches 61.2 FPS.

Q: What is the best setting for 1440p gaming?

A: The High preset is the most demanding option that stays above 60 FPS, with an average of 71.3 FPS. Medium runs at 80 FPS, but High offers better visual quality while maintaining a playable frame rate.

Q: Is the Ultra preset playable at 1080p?

A: Yes. At 1920x1080 with Ultra settings, the average FPS is 67.9, which clears the 60 FPS threshold. This is the highest quality setting available and is playable at this resolution.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Core i7-12700K has an average benchmark score of 35287. Its closest rival, the Intel Core i5-13600T, scores 35305, a 0.1% difference. The Intel Core i7-12700KF is 0.2% higher, and the Intel Core i7-13700T is 0.3% higher. Performance differences are minimal.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Arc B580 has an average benchmark score of 23021. The AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP scores 23061, which is 0.2% higher. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 scores 22895, 0.6% lower, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 scores 23172, 0.7% higher. The Arc B580 sits in a competitive band.

Q: What is the lowest frame rate measured in the data?

A: The lowest average FPS is 26.5, recorded at 3840x2160 with Ultra settings. This is well below the playable threshold and indicates that 4K Ultra is not a viable option for this system.